Samuel Boydstun
About Samuel Boydstun
Samuel Boydstun is a Support Technician currently employed at LAIKA Studios in Hillsboro, Oregon. He has extensive experience in technical support roles, including positions at Vancouver Clinic, NWEA, and New West Technologies.
Current Role at LAIKA Studios
Samuel Boydstun serves as a Support Technician at LAIKA Studios, a position he has held since 2023. He works on-site in Hillsboro, Oregon, where he applies his technical skills to support the studio's operational needs. His role involves troubleshooting and resolving various technical issues, ensuring that the studio's technology functions smoothly.
Previous Experience in Technical Support
Before joining LAIKA Studios, Samuel Boydstun gained extensive experience in technical support roles. He worked as an IS Desktop Support Technician at Vancouver Clinic for three months in 2021. He then served as a Service Desk Professional I at NWEA for one year from 2022 to 2023. His background also includes positions as a Helpdesk Technician at New West Technologies and a Technical Consultant at Asurion.
Background in Audio and Radio Technology
Samuel Boydstun has a background in audio technology, having worked as a Radio Remote Technician for both Journal Broadcast Group and The E.W. Scripps Company. His experience in these roles spanned from 2012 to 2015. This work involved technical support for radio broadcasts, which aligns with his expertise in audio mixing and complements his education in the music industry.
Education and Technical Skills
Samuel Boydstun studied at Northwest Nazarene University, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Industry from 2007 to 2012. His education provided a foundation for his technical skills, including hardware deployment and troubleshooting TCP/IP networks. He is proficient in both Microsoft and MacOS operating systems and has a comprehensive understanding of mobile operating systems like iOS and Android.
Early Career and Event Management
Samuel Boydstun began his career as Event Staff at Northwest Nazarene University from 2010 to 2012. This role involved managing events and supporting various activities, contributing to his organizational skills. His early experiences laid the groundwork for his later technical roles in the support and technology sectors.